Crew or No Crew?

When planning to visit the Virgin Islands you may settle on yacht chartering as a way of getting you around the islands to enjoy the best of nature’s little secrets. The options offered toVirgin Islands Yacht vacationholidaymakers are either bareboat also known as bareback which means they have to steer the yacht themselves. The second option is having a yacht with a crew provided.

Are you a good sailor?

For those who are not only experienced sailors but have taken a Virgin Islands Yacht vacation before, having a crewless or captain- less vessel is their preferred option. This option is readily available to those who can sail, and not only sail but know how to sail really well. Remember that for many the waters and the boat are unfamiliar to even the most skilled of sailors. Opt for the bareback charter if you know the geography of the islands and hence need no guide.

On the other hand for landlubbers then signing up for a crewed charter for your vacation is a great idea. An experienced yacht captain will ensure that they chose calm waters for overnight moorings that provide the best lull for even those who are sea-sick prone.

Great food

If you prefer preparing your own meals and cleaning up after your own mess then charting the beautiful Caribbean waters alone is a good decision. For those preparing meals for themselves then stocking up on the provisions will be added expense on them. The food and drinks needed should be enough for the entire trip but there are markets at ports of calls where one can stock up if needed.

The charter crew option will give you the experience of a five-star villa as you island hop then a gourmet chef can be part of the package you choose. This way you can have fine dining that will make the experience all the more unforgettable.

New experiences and much more

On board, many mega yachts’ are deckhands who can offer training and instructions in snorkeling, diving and water skiing. As restaurant owners and the local community know the crew, you will be able to meet and experience the local island culture first hand through them.

The Virgin Islands boast an array of duty-free stores where you can do some shopping, enjoy the perfect Caribbean sunset with the crew having to worry about the operations of the yacht. As you explore the St. Thomas, St John and St. Croix islands that make up the U.S Virgin Islands it will be a time to drink in that tropical elegance. Spend time and relax at the bay beaches, beach bars dotting this paradise. You could include hiking up head trails or visiting the national park at St. John or the barrier reef at St. Croix which is popular with divers.

Whichever of the two options you choose remember to bring friends along to make it a more memorable and exciting adventure. Take a Virgin Islands Yacht vacation where you will take in some of the best sunsets and sunrises the earth’s horizon has to offer.